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BSH 336X

1981 Honda CB250

Black Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,895 mi
Last recorded87,895 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2010
Typical for 1981 Honda CB25031,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSH 336X
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2010 87,895 miles

forks pitted slightly

Fail 3 Aug 2009 8,789 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 8,789 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2008 8,789 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 8,789 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2007 8,709 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

hardtail rear end

rear swingingarm heavily painted diffacult to check condition

Pass 12 Jul 2007 8,709 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

hardtail rear end

rear swingingarm heavily painted diffacult to check condition

Pass 13 Jul 2006 8,108 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 13 Jul 2006 8,108 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Jul 2005 2,014 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB250?

Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
543
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
3,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 378
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 287
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Drive chain excessively loose 193
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 175
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BSH 336X is a 1981 Honda CB250 in Black with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 31,740 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSH 336X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CB250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BSH 336X registered?

BSH 336X is a 1981 Honda CB250, first registered on 5 August 1981.

Is BSH 336X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSH 336X shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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